5:30 LRN Newscast June 21

Governor Edwards signs a new abortion “trigger law” that will take effect should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe vs Wade. Kevin Gallagher has more…:

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The governor also signed the bill that removes Robert E. Lee Day and Confederate Memorial Days from the list of state holidays. He also signed a measure overhauling the regulation of medical marijuana in the state, it switches regulation from the Department of Agriculture and Forestry to the Department of Health.

The Louisiana Department of Health, the American Academy of Pediatrics along with the Louisiana chapter are recommending COVID vaccines for children ages 6 months and older. President of the state chapter Dr. Rachel Chatters says parents should speak with their pediatricians about their child’s health and not assume rumors against vaccines are true.

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As temperatures continue to soar, people aren’t the only ones who need to be concerned about staying out of the heat. Pets are particularly vulnerable and Jeff Dorson of the Louisiana Human Society has some tips on how to keep our furry friends safe.

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